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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1949

Page

4

The Little Yellow Dream House Gone From New York Lot

Alfred Birnbaum won a $15,000 model cottage in a fundraising raffle on a Midtown Manhattan parking lot. Facing taxes, rental demands, and a moving bill, he sold the cottage for $1,200 to a savior who could dismantle it and relocate it.

New York City Midtown Manhattan Israel American Women’s Voluntary Services Alfred Birnbaum Columbia University America Birnbaums Crowther 4 Crowther Birnbaum Ben Franklin Richard Boston Herald

British dollar shortage hampers postwar trade

James Marlow reports from Washington on British attempts to relieve a dollar shortage impeding wartime and postwar trade with the United States and Canada. Analysts cite Britain’s reduced dollar reserves, reliance on the Sterling Bloc, and past selling of holdings to fund war needs, with no simple fix in sight.

James Marlow Washington Canada Britain Mother Joan Tritain Otis Mauch America

Crowther Appraises Britain and Liberal Echoes in U.S. View

Geoffrey Crowther of The Economist criticizes American impressions of Britain's plight. He argues British business caution stemmed from three overlooked historical facts before the war, warning that similar patterns are echoed by American liberals and their allies.

Geoffrey Crowther Economist of London U.S. News and World Report Crowther America Britain L Firat

Hal Boyle Column Quiz Hall Screen Ee HAL atts

A fragmented Hal Boyle column presents a quiz with questions about a fictional scientist Dr. Cortex and a humorous moral tale. It mentions a broadcast fight Dempsey Sarpentier in 1921 and scenes with mosquitoes in a laboratory. The text blends trivia, satire, and incomplete prompts.

Mal Nowle New York Alfonso Cortex Camel Giratte Hospital Leopard Nother Cortex Tie

Wedding bells honor Mason Engel daughter in Aug ceremony

Mason Engel daughter of Mr and Mrs Le C Engels married Charles Lewis Stanley August 28 at Mason EUB Church. Stanley son of Mr and Mrs Lewis Stanley of Pomeroy. Attendants included Mrs Ralph Scattwright and Tracy Kehivab. Reception at Ebide’s brothers home followed, with many relatives hosting. Local guests from Pittsburgh and nearby towns noted among celebrations.

Mason — Mass Ingels le C. Ngels Lewis Stanley Mason Eub Church Stanley Lewis ‘Stanley Pomeoy Ralphccattwrigh Ister Trarry Kehivab K. Frank Young, Jr Kye Hiss Stee Richard Redan Kno Kyer Orval Redman James Frank Prenargh and. Mies Mire Lenore Snider New Haven J. P. Folden Sie John Nira J.T. Stewart Mra Nathan ‘Mebaniel Ormer Boonora Saunders Toledo Margie McDaniel Howard Point Pleasant Francis

Chesterhill Births and Local News Highlights

A son named William Roser was born Aug 21 to Mr and Mrs Fred Chester with Arch McCune as maternal grandfather. A double serenade honored Mr and Mrs Arthur Miller and Mr and Mrs Cline McCurdy. Carr and Stone left for an extended western trip. Mingus of Delaware visited sister Alice Carpenter and in attended the Mingus Reunion. New Helen Rowland.

William Roser Fred Chester Arch McCune Arthur Miller Mms Cline McCurdy A."t. Carr W. Stone West Fe Buckeye Pipe Mingus Aliee Carpenter Helfen Rowland

Local News Roundup From Logan Area 28 Years Ago

A compilation of brief items mentions Deputy Sheriff W R Brandt returning from Puget Sound to face a non support chase in Logan, Alma Ewart among hunting license applicants, Bernard Bolar injuring his ankle playing football, and cool weather affecting attendance at Gallipolis churches. It also notes 49 boats near Apple Creek seeking four presumed drownings, Poland Chit fiat blue ribbons at Meigs County fair, John W Dower visiting Athens family, Cavett roadwork on the Pentania Turnpike, and the sixth annual Vinton Furnace homecoming.

W. R. Brandt Logan Puget Sound W. S. Gamertsfelder Ohio University Athens Presbytery Alma Ewart Hocking County Bernard Bolar McArthur Gallipolla Pomaxey Ohio Iver Apple ‘Creek Fiat Megs County John W. Dower Morris Aves Athens Dow Wens

Blood tests and premarital screening to curb syphilis

The article discusses blood tests as a method to identify syphilis carriers in large populations and prevent transmission. It notes premarital testing in many states to reduce cases and mentions the hope for eradicating the disease, calling it a scientific triumph. It also cites political content about Youngstown gubernatorial nominees.

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Seutego Holiday Reflections Hint at Debt of Desire

In a sunlit yacht scene, Gaynel weighs what money cannot buy against the pull of love and adventure. Barry, Fritz, and Miss Cupples circle her thoughts as the party parties on deck and in the staterooms, while Pat lies ill moored in the dim bunk.

Gaynel Barry Fritz Miss Cupples Melvin Arling Emily Deck Miss Pierce Miss Pierce Barry Dear Pat Ole Sharp

Radio Programs Listing for September 8 9

Radio lineup includes shows like Youd System Die Phitontapher and See Youd System Die. Notable items feature a Youd Supper and name the Movie. Friday September 9 offers Storm show afternoon blocks and music slots.

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